The Water Splashing Festival of the Dai ethnic minority in Xishuangbanna Prefecture, is a joyous occasion, and an opportunity that should not be missed if you are visiting Yunnan in mid-April.
It is one of the most important holidays of the Yi people of Yunnan Province. It is also celebrated by other ethnic groups of the region, such as the Bai, Naxi, Jinuo and Lahu.